Effective prevention and control of infectious diseases at the animal-human-ecosystem interface is essential. It will help combat the spread of diseases in animals and humans, ensure a safe and secure food supply, and foster a more sustainable society. The One Health approach prioritises quality of life for humans and animals, and recognises that healthy animals mean healthy people and a healthier planet. But what does this mean in practice and what steps need to be taken by the different sectors involved in order to realise the One Health vision? Roxane Feller at  nimalhealth Europe reveals all for the readers.